Mechanical Engineer

Job Summary

Mechanical Engineer – Natural Gas, Propane, & Renewable Hydrogen Systems

Standby Systems, Inc. | Minneapolis, MN | Full-Time

Standby Systems is seeking a mechanical engineer with a passion for working in the gas-energy field - designing and supporting our propane, propane-air peak shaving & back-up systems, custom gas blending, and renewable hydrogen systems for utility and industrial clients. This role sits at the center of engineering for some of the largest and most technically demanding projects in our company’s history, including new work supporting large scale critical power production infrastructure.

Standby's supplemental gas systems support utility gas energy delivery during peak periods of use and provide back-up gas security for critical infrastructure such as hospitals and sensitive manufacturing facilities that cannot tolerate a loss of natural gas supply. Standby Systems, Inc. is a Minneapolis based company with deep roots in gas energy and is a leader in the development of renewable hydrogen systems.

What You'll Do

• Design and size mechanical systems: valves, compressors, piping, and vessels
• Perform thermodynamic and fluid flow analysis, including compressible/incompressible flow and system modeling
• Develop P&IDs and mechanical/electrical drawing sets
• Communicate technical designs directly to clients, including non-technical stakeholders
• Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and field work as projects require
• Work across multiple active projects simultaneously
• Support process design work in close collaboration with lead mechanical engineer on system-level design (P&ID’s, mass/energy balance, & equipment sizing)

Required Qualifications

• Engineering degree (Mechanical preferred, but other disciplines considered)
• 3–5+ years of engineering experience, and/or an advanced degree
• Strong mechanical aptitude and intuitive understanding of mechanical systems
• Solid grasp of thermodynamics and fluid flow
• Working knowledge of electrical circuits (voltage, resistance, current)
• Proficiency with MS Office and AutoCAD
• Strong self-management skills (able to juggle multiple projects)
• Excellent communication skills, including with non-technical audiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct field experience: commissioning, troubleshooting, construction, or project management
• Familiarity with P&IDs and industry-standard drawing sets
• Knowledge of piping/valve materials and corrosion prevention
• Experience with two-phase or phase-changing fluid flows
• PLC experience (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or Emerson)
• Familiarity with codes/standards: B31.3, B31.8, B31.12, NFPA 2/58/59/70/72

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Life, Health & Dental insurance
• Employer funded SEP retirement plan.
• US Citizen or Authorized to work in the United States

Standby Systems is an equal opportunity employer.

Please direct your resume to Sandy Mauck ([email protected])

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person